Motor Vehicle Commission public meetings in 2023
7 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Motor Vehicle Commission
The Louisiana Motor Vehicle Commission will hold a three-member hearing on December 6, 2023, to consider case #2023-113, John Miremont vs Thor Motor Coach, Inc. and The R. V. Shop, Inc. The agenda also includes an executive session for legal advice and a call to order with roll call.
- Hearing: #2023-113, John Miremont vs Thor Motor Coach, Inc. and The R. V. Shop, Inc.
- Executive Session: Legal Advice
Motor Vehicle Commission
The Louisiana Motor Vehicle Commission will ratify numerous licenses for motor vehicle and recreational product manufacturers, distributors, dealers, lessors, and warrantors. The agenda also includes an executive session for personnel matters and legal advice, and a report on an upcoming EV Ride and Drive Expo. Most items are routine license approvals.
- Executive session for personnel matters and legal advice
- EV Ride and Drive Expo on Nov. 29, 2023, at Castine Center, Mandeville
- Ratification of manufacturer license for Textron Specialized Vehicles Inc. (Cushman, E-Z-Go LSV)
- Ratification of new dealer licenses including John R. Young Motors (name change) and Sterling Automotive South (ownership change)
- Ratification of recreational product dealer licenses adding Pelican boats to multiple Tractor Supply locations
The Commission unanimously approved renewal contracts for two counselors and ratified numerous new, relocated, or amended licenses for motor vehicle and recreational product dealers. Several consent judgments were ratified, resulting in fines for companies including Beneteau Group America, Inc. and Insight Material Handling, LLC.
- Approved renewal contracts for Counselor LaPeyronnie and Counselor Reggie, each not to exceed $480,000 (unanimous)
- Approved 12 dealerships to participate in Cleco’s EV Ride and Drive event (unanimous)
- Ratified Consent Judgment for Comprehensive Communication Services, LLC: $10,000 fine, $5,000 suspended, and $400 pre-hearing cost (unanimous)
- Ratified Consent Judgment for Williams Equipment & Supply Company of Louisiana (Hearing #2023-089): $50,000 fine, $43,000 suspended, and $400 pre-hearing cost (unanimous)
- Ratified Consent Judgment for Williams Equipment & Supply Company of Louisiana (Hearing #2023-093): $7,000 fine (unanimous)
- Ratified Consent Judgment for Beneteau Group America, Inc.: $80,000 fine, $65,000 suspended, and $400 pre-hearing cost (unanimous)
- Ratified Consent Judgment for Insight Material Handling, LLC: $98,300 fine, $60,000 suspended, and $400 pre-hearing cost (unanimous)
- Ratified Consent Judgment for Carry-On Trailer, Inc.: $20,000 fine, $10,000 suspended, and $400 pre-hearing cost (unanimous)
Motor Vehicle Commission
The Commission will discuss the 2022-2023 Fiscal Audit Report and review several manufacturer, dealer, and lessor licenses. The meeting also includes an update on the EV Ride and Drive Expo scheduled for September 2023.
- Discussion of the 2022 - 2023 Fiscal Audit Report
- Ratification of manufacturer licenses for General Motors LLC and Nivel Parts and Manufacturing Co., LLC
- Ratification of new motor vehicle dealer licenses, including ownership changes for Sparks Nissan and Geaux Napoleonville, LLC
- Ratification of various factory branch, converter, and specialty vehicle dealer licenses
- Ratification of motor vehicle lessor licenses for entities including U-Haul Co. of Louisiana and Penske Truck Leasing Co., LP
The Commission ratified numerous manufacturer, dealer, and lessor licenses and approved several consent judgments involving fines and probation for regulatory violations. It also approved dealership participation in an electric vehicle event and welcomed Amy Casey as Executive Director.
- Approved participation of 12 dealerships in Cleco EV Ride and Drive event (Unanimous)
- Ratified consent judgment for Sunbelt Rentals, Inc.: $17,290 fine ($8,350 suspended) and 1-year probation (Unanimous)
- Ratified consent judgment for Greenger Electric Technology LLC: $10,500 fine ($6,000 suspended) and 1-year probation (Unanimous)
- Ratified consent judgment for Home Depot U.S.A., Inc.: $1,830 fine (Unanimous)
- Ratified consent judgment for Moore's Pro Gator, LLC: $20,000 fine ($12,000 suspended) and 1-year probation (Unanimous)
- Ratified consent judgment for Trending Group, Inc. DBA TFT Co.: $45,000 fine ($35,000 suspended) (Unanimous)
- Ratified consent judgment for VGB, LLC DBA Toyota of Slidell: $30,000 fine ($26,000 suspended) and 2-year probation (Unanimous)
- Ratified various manufacturer, dealer, and lessor licenses (Unanimous)
Motor Vehicle Commission
The commission will discuss 2023 legislation (SB43), golf cart rental, and a fiscal audit compliance questionnaire. It will also ratify numerous licenses for manufacturers, dealers, lessors, and recreational product manufacturers, including changes in ownership and additions of low-speed vehicle brands.
- Discussion of 2023 legislation (SB43)
- Ratification of Matt Bowers Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Fiat Acadiana dealer license change (Abbeville)
- Ratification of Ford of Harvey dealer license change (Harvey)
- Ratification of numerous lessor licenses including U-Haul and Enterprise locations
- Ratification of recreational product manufacturer licenses for boats, RVs, and trailers
The Commission approved a contract amendment for Counselor Gregory Reggie, increasing the total payable sum to $480,000.00. It ratified a large volume of initial and updated licenses for manufacturers, dealers, and lessors. The board also approved several consent judgments involving fines for various automotive and marine businesses.
- Denied request from Lamarque Lincoln, LLC and Lamarque Crescent Ford, LLC to participate in LRA showcase
- Approved Fiscal Audit Compliance Questionnaire for 2022-2023
- Approved contract amendment for Counselor Gregory Reggie up to $480,000.00
- Ratified Consent Judgment for ClickLease LLC: $3,000 fine plus $400 cost
- Ratified Consent Judgment for Banc of America Leasing & Capital, LLC: $2,000 fine plus $400 cost
- Ratified Consent Judgment for Creative Bus Sales, Inc.: $2,500 fine plus $400 cost
- Ratified Consent Judgment for Land 'N' Sea Distributing, Inc.: $1,200 fine plus $400 cost
- Ratified Consent Judgment for Airstream, Inc.: $5,000 fine plus $400 cost
Motor Vehicle Commission
The Louisiana Motor Vehicle Commission will hold hearings on five dealer license applications, including Marler Ford and Sunbelt Rentals. Members will discuss mobile warranty services and pending 2023 legislation (HB481, SB43). The commission will also ratify dozens of licenses for dealers, lessors, and recreational product manufacturers.
- Hearings on dealer licenses: Marler Ford, Sunbelt Rentals, West Marine, CED Marine, and Specialty Trailers
- Discussion of 2023 legislation HB481 and SB43
- Auto Display: Cleco Power coordinates EV Ride and Drive Expo in Pineville, May 11-12
- Executive session for personnel matters and legal advice
- Ratification of numerous new and changed dealer licenses, including Jackson Truck & Trailer, Ray Chevrolet, and Benoit Chevrolet
The Commission ratified numerous new and existing motor vehicle, recreational product, and lessor licenses. It also issued several consent judgments involving fines for dealership violations and approved a contract amendment for legal counsel.
- Dismissed complaint against Marler Ford Co., L.L.C. regarding showroom requirements
- Approved dealership participation in Cleco's EV Ride and Drive event
- Approved contract amendment for Counselor LaPeyronnie, III increasing total limit to $430,000.00
- Approved start of rule promulgation for Vehicle Protection Products Act and Recreational Vehicle Warranties
- Ratified consent judgment for Trolling Motors Unlimited, LLC: $1,200 fine and $400 pre-hearing cost
- Ratified consent judgment for P & R Enterprises: $24,700 fine, $400 pre-hearing cost, and $1,000 suspended fine payment
- Ratified consent judgment for Premier Motor Company: $6,400 fine and $400 pre-hearing cost
- Ratified consent judgment for Kia of Covington: $25,000 fine ($20,000 suspended) and $400 pre-hearing cost
Motor Vehicle Commission
The Commission met to review and ratify several motor vehicle-related licenses, including manufacturers, distributors, and dealers. The agenda also included the ratification of various lessor, converter, and recreational product licenses.
- Ratification of manufacturer licenses for Royal Electric Vehicles, LLC and General Motors LLC
- Ratified new motor vehicle dealer licenses, including Cart Kings, LLC in Thibodaux
- Ratified relocation of Kenworth of South Louisiana, L.L.C. to Carencro
- Ratified addition of Chevrolet, Buick, GMC, and Hummer EV brands to Sterling Automotive Group, Inc.
- Ratified various recreational product dealer licenses for companies including Dixie Motors, L.L.C. and Boat Stuf
The Commission unanimously ratified several consent judgments involving fines and probation for vehicle dealers. It also approved a wide range of new and updated manufacturer, distributor, and dealer licenses.
- Approved consent judgment for Tao Motor Inc. including $64,000 fine ($32,000 suspended) and one-year probation
- Approved consent judgment for The Charles Machine Works, Inc. DBA Ditch Witch including $19,700 fine ($9,700 suspended) and one-year probation
- Approved consent judgment for Hall's Motorsports of New Orleans, Inc. including $10,096 fine
- Approved consent judgment for Cache Auction, LLC DBA Cache's Rent Our Toys (Hearing #2022-111) including $5,000 fine ($2,500 suspended) and one-year probation
- Approved consent judgment for Cache Auction, LLC DBA Cache's Rent Our Toys (Hearing #2022-112) including $6,250 fine ($2,500 suspended) and one-year probation
- Approved consent judgment for All Star Chevrolet, Inc. DBA Kia of Baton Rouge including $2,816 fine
- Approved consent judgment for The Hertz Corporation DBA Hertz Rent A Car including $2,000 fine
- Ratified initial manufacturer, distributor, converter, and specialty vehicle dealer licenses
Motor Vehicle Commission
The Louisiana Motor Vehicle Commission will hold a meeting to discuss proposed advertising rules changes and the fiscal year 2023-2024 budget resolution. The agenda also includes ratification of numerous manufacturer, dealer, lessor, and recreational product licenses issued since the last meeting. An executive session is scheduled for personnel matters and legal advice.
- Discussion of proposed advertising rules changes
- Discussion of Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Budget Resolution
- Ratification of General Motors LLC manufacturer license for multiple vehicle makes
- Ratification of new motor vehicle dealer licenses including Old River Truck Sales, Acadiana Cars, and Paretti Mazda of Covington
- Ratification of multiple U-Haul lessor licenses across Louisiana
The Commission unanimously adopted the Comprehensive Projected Budget for 2023-2024. It ratified a wide range of manufacturer, dealer, and lessor licenses and approved several consent judgments involving fines for regulatory violations. A committee was also established to review current advertising rules.
- Adopted Comprehensive Projected Budget for 2023-2024 (unanimous)
- Approved consent judgment for Jimmy Granger's Used Cars, LLC fine of $12,480.00 (unanimous)
- Approved consent judgment for Mark's Tire and Wrecker Service, Inc. fine of $14,980.00 with $12,480.00 suspended (unanimous)
- Approved consent judgment for SBMC Operations Holdings Company, LLC DBA Sutherlands HomeBase fine of $15,000.00 (unanimous)
- Approved consent judgment for Bellwether Manufacturing, LLC fine of $10,600.00 with $8,000.00 suspended (unanimous)
- Approved consent judgment for Herc Rentals Inc. fine of $13,810.00 (unanimous)
- Ratified manufacturer license for General Motors LLC (#MN-2022-00145) (unanimous)
- Established committee to review advertising rules including Commissioners Krake, LeBlanc, Guidry, Courville, and Guidry